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Head of a Girl

Unknown

1929

unspecified

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Impressionism Realism Early Modern Portrait

Dominant colour

Head of a Girl is a 1929 unspecified by Unknown, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1929 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a woman’s face and shoulders from the chest up. She wears a dark dress with a high collar and a fancy brooch at her throat. Her hair is pulled back under a wide-brimmed hat. The background is a plain, dark red-brown. The soft brushstrokes and muted colors suggest the artist focused on everyday life rather than grand scenes. The lighting is gentle, highlighting her face without harsh shadows. If you like this style, check out Realism for more paintings that focus on plain, true-to-life details.